Classic Quiche Lorraine: Savory Bacon and Cheese Custard Pie with a Buttery Crust

Quiche Lorraine is a popular French dish that combines a rich, creamy custard filling with savory bacon, cheese, and a hint of nutmeg, all encased in a flaky pastry shell. It's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, and it's versatile enough to serve warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients:

• Pastry Dough for a 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
• 6 slices of bacon
• 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pastry dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim any excess and crimp the edges decoratively. Prick the bottom all over with a fork and freeze for about 15 minutes until firm.
2. Line the pastry shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for about 15 minutes until the edges just start to turn golden. Remove the parchment and weights; bake for another 5 minutes or until the crust is lightly golden. Set aside to cool. Leave the oven on.
3. In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble it into small pieces.
4. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the bottom of the pre-baked shell. Top with the grated Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, heavy cream, milk, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon and cheese in the crust, filling it nearly to the top.
6. Bake the quiche in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden. The center should still be slightly jiggly but not liquid.
7. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy this Classic Quiche Lorraine with a simple green salad or fruit for a delicious and satisfying meal!